Since
so many editors have been laid off lately and the editors who
are still working in publishing houses are swamped, new writers
and illustrators have been turning more and more to freelance
editors for help with their manuscripts.

If
you are one of those writers or illustrators looking for a freelance
editor, a book doctor or a writing coach, here are a few people
(in alphabetical order) you might want to turn to. Their rates
are not listed below but please check their websites or just contact
them directly and feel free to let them know you found them on
Balkin Buddies: